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`BR-S-02`:Standard rate requires seller VAT ID

Standard rated invoices must have seller VAT identifier.

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NEEDS INPUT

1. Check for existing VAT/tax identifiers. 2. If none, prompt for seller VAT number. 3. Add PartyTaxScheme.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected. Standard rated VAT (category S) requires seller VAT registration, positive VAT rate, and correct tax calculations. Missing elements prevent tax compliance verification.

How to Fix It

Check seller VAT

PartyTaxScheme/CompanyID for seller

Add VAT ID

Format: DE123456789, FR12345678901, etc.

Technical Details

XPath: /Invoice/cac:AccountingSupplierParty/cac:Party/cac:PartyTaxScheme/cbc:CompanyID

Common Causes

Standard rated line missing seller VAT identifier
BT-151=S requires seller BT-31, BT-32, or BT-63
Category S transactions need seller tax registration
cac:PartyTaxScheme/cbc:CompanyID absent for standard rate
Seller VAT number required when charging VAT

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard rated invoices must have seller VAT identifier.

Add seller VAT identifier with country prefix. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.

Yes, BR-S-02 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted by the recipient's system.

Many instances of BR-S-02 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues, including standard rate requires seller vat id.

Related Errors

BR-S-01

Standard rate must be in VAT breakdown

BR-S-03

When using this VAT category, the seller must have a VAT identifier, tax registration, or tax representative.

Last updated: 18 January 2026

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